Decluttering is one of the biggest steps towards a more organized and stress-free life. Furthermore, 45 days is a long enough time to get rid of clutter and unwanted things and put your life in reset mode. Start today, and in just over a month, you will feel lighter, more peaceful, and more in control of your space.
As per a survey of 2000 Americans who own homes with garages, 29% admitted they have difficulty keeping their homes organized, and 73% feel overwhelmed when their house is untidy. Fortunately, you don’t even need to be Marie Kondo to learn how to organize your spaces and life.
Read on to learn about the 45 things to get rid of in the next 45 days.
Expired Medication
Check your medicine cabinet from time to time. Dispose of old or expired medications safely to avoid health risks.
Unused Clothes
If you haven’t worn them in a year, we doubt you will wear them now. Donate clothes you haven’t worn to make room in your closet.
Single Socks
If you are not into mismatched socks, it’s time to toss the single ones out.
Threadbare Towels And Napkins
Replace old, worn-out towels and napkins with fresh ones for a cleaner bathroom and kitchen.
Fat And Flabs
Commit to shedding those extra pounds through mindful eating and daily exercise.
Dust And Mold
Deep clean your home, focusing on eliminating dust from under the bed, sofas, and furniture, as well as mold from refrigerator and washing machine gaskets under the kitchen sink to improve air quality.
Remorse And Guilt
Get rid of past guilt; what’s done is done. Stop living your life in “could have been.” Forgive yourself and move on.
Old Makeup
Throw away expired or unused makeup to prevent skin irritation and infections.
Toxic People
Cut off from anybody who criticizes you, bullies you, and pulls you down.
Chipped Crockery
Discard chipped mugs and plates, no matter how expensive, because you won’t enjoy using them anyway.
Processed Foods
For a ”You 2.0”, take stock of your refrigerator and pantry, and throw out all packaged cereals, biscuits, salad dressings, and ready-to-eat pasta and noodles.
Negativity
Make a pact that you will not entertain negative thoughts at all. Think positive by focusing on your good qualities and good things around you.
Broken Tools
Fix or remove tools that are damaged beyond repair to clear out your toolbox.
Extra Chargers and Cords
Recycle extra or outdated chargers and cords you no longer use.
Old Remote Controls
Throw out the remote controls for devices you no longer use or own.
Old Magazines And Books
Recycle old magazines and books that you have already read, never plan to read, or that have yellowed or been eaten by moths over time.
Excuses
Get rid of all the excuses you have been giving yourself which are stopping you from realizing your potential. Don’t make excuses; get down to work.
Excess Cookware
Pare down your kitchenware to just the essentials by donating or recycling duplicates.
Old Bills And Paperwork
Shred outdated bills, paperwork, and documents you no longer need.
Expired Food
Go through your pantry and fridge to toss expired or stale food items.
Unused Kitchen Appliances
Get rid of kitchen appliances that have been sitting unused for months.
Worn-Out Shoes
Throw away old shoes that are worn out or uncomfortable to wear.
Plastic Grocery Bags
Recycle excess plastic grocery bags or replace them with reusable bags.
Stained Or Ill-Fitting Clothes
Donate clothes that are stained, no longer fit, or are out of style.
Outdated Decorations
Donate holiday or birthday decorations that you have outgrown or are out of season.
Obsolete Technology
Recycle outdated technology like old phones, walkmans, CD players, computers, or accessories.
Worn-Out Bedding
Replace old sheets, pillowcases, and blankets that are past their prime.
Unused Craft Supplies
Show the door to craft supplies you haven’t used in a long time.
Empty Jars
Empty peanut butter or salad dressing jars gather dust. It’s time to recycle and reclaim your cabinets.
Unused Board Games
Donate or sell board games that you and your family no longer play.
Dried Nail Polish
It doesn’t even need an explanation for why it should be thrown out.
Old Greeting Cards
Keep only the sentimental ones and recycle the rest to minimize paper clutter.
Dead Plants
Remove dead or dying plants from your home to freshen up your living space.
Unused Gift Cards
Spend or give away gift cards that have been sitting in your wallet for months.
Expired Coupons
Sort through and discard expired coupons you have been holding onto.
Old Lingerie
If the lace is torn, even the elves can’t fix it. Throw them out.
Unused Furniture
Sell or donate furniture that no longer fits your space or lifestyle.
Old Jewelry
Sell or gift jewelry that you no longer wear.
Excessive Tupperware
Tupperware tends to lose lids or get their lids broken. Recycle broken, mismatched, or excessive Tupperware boxes.
Forgotten Hobbies
Donate or sell items from hobbies such as crochet needles and quilling you have given up on to clear out your storage.
Old Spices
Old spices lose flavor. Toss them out.
Knick-Knacks
Every household has broken and useless knick-knacks lying around, such as broken umbrellas, fridge magnets, and travel souvenirs. Show them the bin.
Excess Stationery
Donate extra stationery, including pens, pencils, and full notebooks, cluttering your drawers.
Old Cleaning Supplies
Dispose of cleaning supplies that are nearly empty or have expired.
Extra Picture Frames
Keep only the picture frames you use and donate or recycle the extras.